Every Wednesday marks a special occasion here at the North Shore News – it’s when our dedicated carriers embark on their mission to deliver copies of our publication to every neighbourhood across the North Shore.
At the heart of our work lies the commitment to share the stories that define North and West Vancouver. From the latest decisions at city hall to community-wide initiatives aiding those in need, we strive to keep you informed. Whether it’s updates on local festivals, theatre productions, school happenings, or sports events, the News serves as your window into the pulse of our community, helping you stay connected and engaged.
Our approach is anchored in the professionalism of our trained journalists. They attend council meetings, public hearings, school board sessions, and myriad events to bring you the most accurate and insightful coverage. Holding public officials and institutions accountable is not just a duty but a core principle we uphold. With skilled photographers capturing pivotal moments, we document not only individual stories but also the collective milestones shaping our city’s history.
In an era where many Canadian communities lack a local newspaper and the vital role journalists play, we recognize ourselves as fortunate to boast an award-winning team. As publisher, it’s my responsibility to ensure the continuity of their invaluable service to our community.
Over the past several years, we’ve introduced nearly 200 neighbourhood-specific newspaper boxes, complementing our traditional door-to-door delivery system. While the majority of homes still receive doorstep deliveries, some areas – particularly those challenging for carriers to reach – now exclusively benefit from these newspaper boxes. This week we have expanded this program, making the switch to newspaper box delivery in some parts of the Grousewoods, Canyon Heights, Forest Hills, Upper Delbrook and Capilano Highlands neighbourhoods of North Vancouver.
The boxes offer residents a convenient way to access their newspaper while also enabling us to reduce our environmental footprint by eliminating thousands of single-use plastic bags.
Furthermore, the shift to newspaper box delivery has addressed a historical backlog of stop-delivery requests, some lingering since the 1990s. By providing residents with easier access to our publication, we’ve reignited interest among both new and past readers.
Despite initial skepticism with newspaper box delivery, feedback from readers in recent years has been overwhelmingly positive, leading to increased circulation in many neighbourhoods. For example, our newspaper boxes at Park Royal distribute more than 300 newspapers weekly, necessitating refills to meet demand.
In our ongoing efforts to ensure the sustainability of the North Shore News and preserve local print news for years to come, we’ll continue transitioning more neighbourhoods to newspaper box delivery. Priority will be given to areas historically challenged by carrier shortages, taking geographical factors into account.
We understand, however, that some residents will still prefer doorstep delivery. To accommodate this preference, we’ve partnered with a local delivery service to offer doorstep delivery in neighbourhoods where it’s currently unavailable.
For just $18 per month, you can subscribe to have an adult carrier hand-deliver a copy of the North Shore News to your doorstep or mailbox every Wednesday, ensuring it’s in pristine condition for your enjoyment. To arrange this service, please call 604-986-1337.
And for those hungry for even more North Shore News content, we invite you to join the 14,000+ readers who already subscribe to our free daily email newsletter at nsnews.com/account/mailinglist.
We remain committed to delivering your local news in the manner that best serves you, as we work towards a sustainable future for Canada’s premier community newspaper – the North Shore News.
Matt Blair is the publisher of the North Shore News. [email protected]
